International Project Manager Africa 100 %

We are seeking an International Project Manager Africa to strengthen and expand Suyana's portfolio. You will review and accompany partner-led projects, directly implement initiatives with Suyana teams, and ensure quality across all phases of the Project Cycle Management (PCM). The role combines hands-on field presence with strategic development: analysing country contexts, building partnerships, and consolidating Suyana's positioning in Africa.

The ideal candidate embodies Suyana's values of concern, adaptation, and sustainability, and is passionate about holistic community development and international cooperation. We are looking for a proactive and results-oriented professional with proven experience in African contexts, able to work independently as well as collaboratively. The candidate should be ready to spend significant time in the field, capable of developing new initiatives, strengthening existing projects, and building networks to consolidate Suyana's presence in the region.

You will report to the Head of Projects & Partnerships Africa and work closely with Suyana's Zug-based Africa team.

General roles and responsibilities

• Project management: Oversee ongoing and implement new projects in collaboration with local partners/Suyana team, including regular field visits, and ensure quality, strategic alignment, and measurable impact across all phases of the project cycle.
• Context Analysis: Conduct and support in-depth analysis of the context in the countries we are currently working focusing on health, education and livelihood.
• MEAL: Support Suyana's Impact Manager in strengthen monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning systems and in collaboration with the Project Managers.
• Partnership Development: Review existing partners, identify new ones, and co-develop initiatives respond to community needs and sustainability, in line with Suyana's vision and holistic development approach.
• Direct Implementation: Lead and accompany Suyana teams in-country to deliver projects effectively and efficiently.
• Fundraising Support: Contribute to the development of funding proposals, alongside the Africa Project and Partnership Manager, to secure resources for new and ongoing projects.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee and manage project budgets, ensure value for money, and maintain compliance with local and international standards as well as with internal and donor requirements.
• Institutional Standards & Compliance: Align Suyana's operations with international best practices and local regulations, adapting them into practical policies and procedures that reinforce local ownership, build partner capacity, and support sustainability.
• Networking: Engage with key actors and institutions to consolidate Suyana's reputation and presence in Africa.

What Suyana offers

In an exciting expansion phase, we offer a space for your own ideas. An open atmosphere for discussions, high level of responsibility and attractive compensation are essential elements of our corporate culture. You can expect a highly motivated team from various fields and a position with long-term development potential. Join our mission in empowering people and communities sustainably and becoming part of our social vision!

We look forward to receiving your complete application (CV, cover letter, certificates) in English by email to hr-schweiz@suyana.ch.